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The Country Soul Show

The Country Soul Show

By: Gail Nobles
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The Country Soul Show is about country soul songs and singers such as Ray Charles, James Carr, Percy Sledge, and more. Gail Nobles © 2022Copyright Gail Nobles Music
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  • Margie Joseph - Touch Your Woman 4:2:26 3.02 PM

    Margie Joseph - Touch Your Woman 4:2:26 3.02 PM
    Apr 2 2026
    Keyboardist: Gail Nobles
    Story by: Gail Nobles
    Photo: Spotify Promo Card

    Margie Joseph, better known for her powerful R&B, soul, and gospel singing, was born on August 19, 1950. She made a significant mark in the music world during the 1970s. One of her biggest hits was "What's Come Over Me," a duet with the group Blue Magic. She also gained attention with her beautiful renditions of Paul McCartney's "My Love" and The Supremes' classic "Stop! In the Name of Love." Her voice has a special way of expressing deep emotions, which is why many fans enjoy her performance of "Touch Your Woman."

    Touch Your Woman is originally written and recorded by the talented Dolly Parton and a classic country hit. It is a memorable country song released on February 14, 1972. It is a track from her album also titled *Touch Your Woman*. Dolly wrote and performed this song herself, showcasing her unique storytelling ability in music.

    Both Margie Joseph and Dolly Parton have left lasting impressions in the music industry, celebrating love and human experiences through their work.

    I'm Gail Nobles. Thank you for listening to the Country Soul Show.

    Country Soul
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    2 mins
  • Candi Staton-Stand By Your Man 5:20:25 9.25 PM

    Candi Staton-Stand By Your Man 5:20:25 9.25 PM
    May 21 2025
    Intro: Gail Nobles
    Story by: Gail Nobles
    Photo: Phil King - Image on Flickr Uploaded by UAwiki
    Usage: CC BY 2.0

    Let’s talk about a real soul sister, a dynamite rhythm queen! We're talkin' about the one, the only, Candi Staton!

    You know I dig a song with heart, with soul, with a little bit of grit in it, and Candi Staton, she's got it all! We all know Tammy Wynette's "Stand By Your Man", a country classic. But when Candi Staton got a hold of it in 1970, She took that song, injected it with pure, unadulterated soul, and gave it a whole new heartbeat!

    She poured out her heart, sang it with a conviction that cut right to the bone. Listen to those lyrics!

    "Sometimes it's hard to be a womanGiving all your love to just one manOh, yeah, you'll have bad timesHe'll have good timesDoing things thatYou don't understand"

    Yeah, she lays it on the line. It ain't always roses and sunshine! There's struggle, there's hurt, there's times you gotta bite your lip and hold on tight. But that's real life.
    And then she belts it out:

    "Stand by your manGive him two arms to cling toAnd something warm to come toWhen nights are cold and lonely"

    Candi Staton took that "Stand By Your Man" message, added a whole lotta soul fire, and turned it into something brand new! She gave it vulnerability, she gave it strength, she gave it that raw, unfiltered emotion that only a true queen of soul can deliver! It's a song about loyalty, about love, about the hard work it takes to make a relationship last.

    And let me tell you something, Candi Staton's version, it connected with a whole generation! It showed that standing by your man ain't always easy, but it can be worth it. It's a demonstration to her power as a singer, as a performer, and as a woman!

    So, next time you hear that Candi Staton rendition of "Stand By Your Man," remember the soul, the heart, and the pure, unadulterated emotion that she poured into every single note. That's what makes it a timeless classic! That’s Candi Staton for you. A true original!
    And that’s all for now folks!

    I'm Gail Nobles. You're listening to the Country Soul Show.
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    4 mins
  • Kashus Culpepper 3:29:25 6.32 PM

    Kashus Culpepper 3:29:25 6.32 PM
    Mar 29 2025
    Intro by: Gail Nobles
    Story by:     Gail Nobles
    Cover Art by: Gail Nobles

    Today we’re going to talk about the country soul scene with Kashus Culpepper’s soulful song “Pour Me Out”! This tune has got the kind of raw authenticity that makes blues music what it is—a bittersweet reflection of life’s ups and downs, and it hits hard!

    Let’s take a second to soak in those lyrics. The song is a classic setup that reels you right into the story—every note and every line feels like a familiar struggle. “Acting like we're just friends,”—oh, the sweet agony of unrequited feelings! It’s like he’s pouring his heart out to us, and we can’t help but sympathize with his plight.

    And then we dive deeper—we’ve got the imagery of running on empty, drowning in those strong feelings for someone who seems just out of reach. You can feel the weight of those words! “My heart ain't a hundred proof,” he sings, and that tells you everything you need to know. He’s vulnerable; he’s real. He’s not trying to impress anyone with bravado; he knows where he stands, and he’s ready for the cold, hard truth.

    It’s when the chorus comes in where he pleads, “If you don't wanna drink me, baby / Don't sip me, baby / Just pour me out.” Man, that’s the heart of the song right there! It’s a brilliant metaphor, comparing love to a drink—a beautiful concoction that someone might enjoy or leave untouched. It captures that feeling of desperation and desire, the want to be more than just an afterthought, more than just another round at the bar. And doesn’t that speak to us all?

    Culpepper’s voice—the way he pours his heart into each note—it takes you right to the bottom of that glass, where all the truth hides. It’s a blend of sorrow and strength, a reflection of vulnerability that is so often missing in today’s music landscape.

    So folks, if you haven’t yet, pour yourself a glass of something strong—maybe sit back, relax, and listen to Kashus Culpepper’s “Pour Me Out”. It’s a country blues experience that captures love and longing, and it just might leave you feeling like you’ve had your own heart poured out.

    I’m Gail Nobles, and you’re listening to the Country Soul Show.
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    4 mins
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